34 Best Cocktail Bars in Jersey City

“Craft cocktails in a cozy colorful outdoor patio. The perfect place to relax after a long week!“

“Beautiful place Great food and Great Drink's and the staff is excellent.“

“Beautiful interior and cool ambiance, at times might be a bit noisy
Great service ,the staff are super nice
Recommend to make reservations just in case

I drank a few cocktails ( mainly the gin /tequila based)- all were nice,fresh and alcohol forward which was appreciated .

The food was 10/10 for me , we got
Beef tartar with burrata
Octopus carpaccio
Scallions pancake
Chicken sliders
Beef yakitori
Chicken yaketori
Olive cake for dessert

Everything was delicious,fresh and well seasoned.
The olive cacke is highly recommended for dessert.“

“Fun local bar. Great staff and patrons to hang with!“

“Incredible eccentric food. Great cocktail spot.“

“Been coming here a lot ever since I found out there's a bar in the lobby. Love this place- great food, drinks, atmosphere, and friendly staff. Petey has the best recommendations, drinks, and is a super cool person. One of the best service I've ever gotten! Thank you Petey!“

“Intimate. Cool. Delicious.

Slightly ... Authoritarian in its expectations but essentially cool for a speakeasy. I think the No Standing rule seems silly (and possibly ableist?) but it is what it is.

Enjoyable. Will return.“

“Had a wonderful time here for my birthday yesterday! Service and food were excellent, especially this tuna tar-tare Roxy-style with whipped avocado and caviar. The management also went out of their way to make my night, which I really appreciate. The Roxy continues to be one of my favorite restaurants in town!“

“I honestly can't remember the last time I visited a restaurant and gave it a perfect 10 across the board, but this place truly deserves it. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed. I needed the restroom right away, and the bartender, Orlando, kindly escorted me to it, making me feel so welcomed. Once we were seated, the food started arriving, and I was blown away. The chef here is absolutely amazing. Her dishes are not only delicious but also incredibly well-prepared. The unique flavor combinations and creativity are outstanding. It's honestly some of the best food and service I've had in a while. I left feeling like I spent my money very happily. I truly hope this hidden gem and the talented chef behind it get the recognition they deserve for their incredible work."“

“By far the best French Restaurant I have ever been to.“

“Very friendly, neat and clean place. Beyond words delicious food. The atmosphere noisy could not found sound absorber wall covers.“

“We discovered Mathew's just yesterday and enjoyed a great lunch with their extremely pleasant staff. We'll be back.“

“Vibes and more vibes def recommended“

“Have enjoyed two fantastic meals at Ita. A perfect atmosphere for any intimate or casual gathering. The food is so fresh and the people are warm and welcoming. I will be back!!“

“🌟 A Hidden Gem That Hits Every Note of Excellence 🌟 From the instant we walked in, we weren’t just welcomed—we were embraced. David, the manager, leads with heart and precision. His cheesecake? Honestly, a revelation. Ruben brought effortless charm and made us feel like VIPs all evening, while Maria’s radiant warmth made the entire experience feel like a celebration. 🍽️ The food was flawless from start to finish. We opened with crab cakes—crispy, golden, and packed with flavor—and grilled octopus so tender it practically melted. My salmon had the perfect crisp and was paired with velvety mashed potatoes. My sister’s seafood platter was generous and bold in flavor, and my niece’s shrimp scampi? Let’s just say I couldn’t keep my fork off her plate. 🎶 The ambiance wrapped it all together—inviting, vibrant, and relaxed. We lingered, laughed, and truly felt at home. 💖 To David, Ruben & Maria: You didn’t just serve us—you made us feel seen. This is what hospitality should look like. 🔥 This was my first visit, and it set the bar HIGH. A local treasure we’ll support again and again. HIGHLY recommended—bring the family, bring your appetite, and bring your heart. ❤️“

“Fun atmosphere and yummy food!!“

“My husband and I went for Valentines Day and we liked it. The drinks and apps were amazing. Highly recommend the cast iron mac and cheese. Our entrees were ok, my husband asked for his steak medium and it was well done. My veggie burger was NOT good. We agreed we would just get different entrees next time we come back. And then we got the pecan pie for dessert and oh my god! Might be the best pecan pie either of us have ever had. Would seriously go back just for the mac and cheese and pecan pie.“

“Great food, good drinks, nice environment, friendly staff.“

“Great way to celebrate the holidays with friends and family.“

“Excellent. Loved the service and the food. My first time visiting from Florida.“

“Love it Definitely need to go. Fun spot.“

“Great Food, Great Service Great Atmosphere. So we were bummed when we saw they closed the original location because how much we loved the place. We were relieved when they announced they were opening up in a much more appropriate and highly upgraded venue. This was perfect timing for us to celebrate our 9 year anniversary here. Upon arriving the inside captures the comfort and style of the Livingston location and then improves upon it with the beautiful outside seating area. Now onto the food which is just as good if not better than the original location im glad to see the quality has remained consistent. My steak was cooked to perfection and my wifes pasta dish was packed with quality flavor. The drink menu was definitely brought to the next level as well everything seemed like it was fine tuned and everything we tried was on point and had its own unique delicious flavor profile. Andy behind the bar was very knowledgeable and an absolute pleasure to talk to about the different cocktails. For dessert we shared the tiramisu which was great it wasn't youre traditional kind but we loved the spin they put on it with the cake and ice-cream. Lastly for service Jonathan took amazing care of us and made our special day very memorable along with the rest of the staff. Everyone that came by the table was professional and had a smile on their face. They all seemed happy and took pride in their work which was nice to see. We will definitely be returning in the future. I implore anyone that reads this to visit and support this wonderful place.“

“Very nice place, food was incredible! Had the Bao Buns with paneer tikka with the Buffalo wings and the house salad. Everything was absolutely delicious! Brother-in-law and my sister had the mozzarella cheese sticks and the burger, also very very good! Our waiter was super friendly and did an amazing job. Definitely worth stopping here for a bite or a drink!

*Sorry no pictures we were too hungry loll!“

“Nice speakeasy under the eatery right in the square of Jersey city. The vibes were chic and sophisticated and the music was something you could listen to for hours. The prices for the appetizers were a bit on the pricey side but the drinks made up for it. If you want to meet up somewhere for a quick drink for a girls night or date night I would come here.“

“Nice outdoor patio, good food, great location.“

“We were shooting “An Innocent Girl” for Netflix up the block and stopped by this place for a burger and a beer. Amazing place. Food was top notch and the vibe was perfect. French onion soup was world class. Excellent selection of Irish Whiskey“

“This spot absolutely slaps. The burgers and the mac n cheese with a beer on a weekday after work... SO GOOD! I even get delivery and the food is just as good as when u sit and get it in house. The burgers are so fresh every time so worth it!!!“

“My wife and I have fallen in love with JC’s best kept secret that promises to spark a fire and envelope your senses with its ambiance, live music and on point staff. Whether you’re out for an afternoon stroll or dancing through the evening do yourself a favor and stop in for a glass of wine or beer.

P.S. Be sure to ask for Barb when you need a cocktail so good you’ll have to have two.“

“We just moved to the area and have already gotten this place 2-3 times!!!

Music, service, drinks, and food are all 10/10! Everything is very affordable. Parking isn’t great, but where is in NJ? The inside is a little small, but it truly just feels more intimate. Victoria was so attentive and we will definitely be back asap!“

“The food is delicious and the service is great. A wonderful place to go with the whole family!“

“Great atmosphere. Delicious drinks. Amazing food. Friendly and welcoming service. 10/10“

“Live there good music good vibe beautiful place“

“First time staying at Hyatt House Jersey City. We will stay here again. Great breakfast, awesome views, large rooms, right next to the Path to go to NYC, nice staff, and clean.“

“Came with my partner for taco Tuesday, everything was just amazingly delicious. Wish I was able to get a picture of everything before my partner devoured the food. Would comeback absolutely. The atmosphere was amazing , gave a bit of a rustic feel mixed with calmness and our server Micheal was so sweet , he went above and beyond for us“